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kans86 · 22 July 2020, 10:57 PM

Probably discussed before but I want to know how owners of the Rolex DD 2 ice blue platinum 218206 like the watch compared with the platinum DD40.

I have a RG 228235 and am now interested in a 218206 ice blue dial. Anyone has both DD2 and DD40? I noticed some used 218206 priced relatively low at around 40k compared to its list price above 60k.

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brandrea · 22 July 2020, 11:03 PM

Calling Mike

watchwatcher · 22 July 2020, 11:24 PM

I don't have both, but I've had both. I really like the proportions and looks of the DD40 so much more.

jon_jon · 22 July 2020, 11:53 PM

I have tried on both several times and almost pulled the trigger on the DDII ice blue dial. However I have to agree with the above poster that the DD40 has the better proportions and at similar price points, the DD40 would be my choice. I think both CNA be purchased in the low 40k's on the secondary market.

strettyend · 23 July 2020, 01:26 AM

The proportions of the 40 are superior to my eye

Mobert19 · 23 July 2020, 02:36 AM

Dd40

kans86 · 23 July 2020, 02:41 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Calling Mike

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

I don't have both, but I've had both. I really like the proportions and looks of the DD40 so much more.

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Originally Posted by jon_jon

I have tried on both several times and almost pulled the trigger on the DDII ice blue dial. However I have to agree with the above poster that the DD40 has the better proportions and at similar price points, the DD40 would be my choice. I think both CNA be purchased in the low 40k's on the secondary market.

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Originally Posted by strettyend

The proportions of the 40 are superior to my eye

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Originally Posted by Mobert19

Dd40

Thank you for your replies. I agree the DD40 may have better proportions. Nevertheless I heard that some people prefer the DDII for its size and being rarer

samson66 · 23 July 2020, 03:02 AM

Even though I'm a huge fan of the Datejust II, for some reason I never really felt like it worked on the DayDate II. Not sure why.

So I like the overall look of the DD40 better. However, if you prefer larger watches you may wind up liking the DDII more. Depends on what you are looking for.

DDII has a larger sporty look while the DD40 is more dressy/elegant and refined.

nolesrule101 · 23 July 2020, 03:08 AM

DD40 all day!

ltmgeller · 23 July 2020, 03:18 AM

Both are beautiful

dafuture · 23 July 2020, 10:29 AM

I just saw a DD40 Platinum for about 42k from one of the trusted sellers, so I don't think there's much of a price difference. I do agree the DD40 has slightly superior dimensions though.

fixinbones · 23 July 2020, 10:55 AM

IMHO, Bezel on the DDII is too big and out of proportion to the dial and case size

22 July 2020, 10:57 PM	#1
kans86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Berlin Posts: 1,340	Rolex DD2 218206 ice blue dial platinum vs DD40 Probably discussed before but I want to know how owners of the Rolex DD 2 ice blue platinum 218206 like the watch compared with the platinum DD40. I have a RG 228235 and am now interested in a 218206 ice blue dial. Anyone has both DD2 and DD40? I noticed some used 218206 priced relatively low at around 40k compared to its list price above 60k. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2020, 01:26 AM	#5
strettyend "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Miami Posts: 1,666	The proportions of the 40 are superior to my eye __________________ Patek Nautilus 5740G; AP ROC 26315OR; Vacheron Fiftysix; Day Date RG 228235 Olive; Cartier Santos de Cartier Rose Gold

23 July 2020, 03:08 AM	#9
nolesrule101 Banned Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Richmond,VA Posts: 20	Dd40 DD40 all day!

23 July 2020, 03:18 AM	#10
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,591	Both are beautiful __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

23 July 2020, 10:29 AM	#11
dafuture "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: NYC Posts: 1,944	I just saw a DD40 Platinum for about 42k from one of the trusted sellers, so I don't think there's much of a price difference. I do agree the DD40 has slightly superior dimensions though. __________________ Current Rolex Submariner 126610LN \|\| Cartier Tank Americaine

22 July 2020, 11:03 PM	#2
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,427	Calling Mike

22 July 2020, 11:24 PM	#3
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,574	I don't have both, but I've had both. I really like the proportions and looks of the DD40 so much more.

22 July 2020, 11:53 PM	#4
jon_jon "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Posts: 4,343	I have tried on both several times and almost pulled the trigger on the DDII ice blue dial. However I have to agree with the above poster that the DD40 has the better proportions and at similar price points, the DD40 would be my choice. I think both CNA be purchased in the low 40k's on the secondary market.

23 July 2020, 02:36 AM	#6
Mobert19 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Florida Posts: 100	Dd40

23 July 2020, 03:02 AM	#8
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,025	Even though I'm a huge fan of the Datejust II, for some reason I never really felt like it worked on the DayDate II. Not sure why. So I like the overall look of the DD40 better. However, if you prefer larger watches you may wind up liking the DDII more. Depends on what you are looking for. DDII has a larger sporty look while the DD40 is more dressy/elegant and refined.

23 July 2020, 10:55 AM	#12
fixinbones "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: New York Watch: 118206 Posts: 910	IMHO, Bezel on the DDII is too big and out of proportion to the dial and case size __________________ 126719 BLRO meteorite 126660 D-blue 118206 Day Date

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